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    Tourist Attractions in Majorca

    The most interesting and beautiful tourist attractions in Majorca. Photos and a brief description.

    About Majorca

    The amazing beauty of Majorca was highly appreciated by European tourists back in the mid-50s of the XX century, when the island was experiencing an unprecedented tourist boom. Since then, its infrastructure has been continuously developing and now Majorca is one of the best places for a beach holiday in the Mediterranean.

    The island landscapes are striking in their diversity – there are mountain ranges, fertile plains, citrus orchards, picturesque coves and magnificent beaches. Mallorca hotels offer services for every taste and budget, a variety of attractions does not let you get bored during a long vacation, national parks introduce visitors to a rich variety of flora and fauna. A holiday in Majorca is the best solution for people who are fascinated by the Mediterranean landscapes and prefer proven European quality.

    Top Tourist Attractions in Majorca

    Sierra de Tramuntana

    A mountain range that stretches along the northwest coast of Majorca for 90 km. The highest peaks of the ridge are Mount Puig Major with a height of 1,445 meters and the peak of Puig de Massanella with a height of 1,364 meters. Sierra de Tramontana was included in the UNESCO lists as a valuable natural and cultural object, which includes fertile valleys, green hills, mountains and other picturesque landscapes. There are many man-made attractions on the territory of the mountain range.

    Sierra de Tramuntana
    Port de Soller

    Port de Soller

    Port de Soller is a resort town located on the shore of a picturesque bay surrounded by the Sierra de Tramontana mountain range. The town and the port with the embankment and beaches are located at some distance from each other, they are connected by an old tram line. The main hotels and tourist infrastructure are located on the territory of the port part, in the city of Soller you can admire the historical attractions.

    Valdemossa

    An ancient town at the foot of the Sierra de Tramontana, located about 17 km away. from the capital of Majorca. The city is famous for the fact that on its territory there is a Carthusian monastery of the XIII century, which at the beginning of the XIX century was turned into a hotel. Nowadays, the former monastery is used as a museum. Valdemosa is surrounded by peaceful landscapes, hiking trails and cycling routes are laid around the town.

    Valdemossa
    Paseo de Born Street

    Paseo de Born Street

    The capital of Majorca, the city of Palma, is an important tourist center of the island. Paseo de Born Street is the quintessence of tourist life and a favorite place for a leisurely evening "promenade". Merry holidays, carnival processions and other entertainment for tourists are constantly held on the street. Paseo de Born has a large variety of restaurants, shops, historical mansions and interesting sculptures.

    Aquarium Palm Trees

    The aquarium, consisting of 55 aquariums, which are home to a huge number of representatives of marine fauna. The aquarium was opened in 2007, since then it has repeatedly won the title of "The Best Aquarium in Europe". Its total area is more than 41 thousand m2, a full-fledged excursion and acquaintance with the underwater world takes at least 4 hours. The Palm Aquarium has the deepest aquarium in Europe, where toothy sharks live.

    Aquarium Palm Trees
    Kathmandu Park

    Kathmandu Park

    An entertainment theme park located within the Calvia Beach. Among the most popular attractions in Kathmandu are an unusual upside–down house, the game "Desperate from the Wild West", a 4D cinema, a mini golf course. Theatrical performances with the participation of pirates, who show incredible acrobatic tricks, are periodically arranged for visitors.

    Pilar and Juan Miro Foundation

    The Museum of the Catalan abstract artist H. Miro, founded in 1981. For a long enough life, the master has created hundreds of paintings, ceramics and sculptures. The gallery was opened thanks to the maestro's wife Pilar, who transferred an impressive part of his works, as well as an art studio to the care of the city. The foundation has a library and an educational center where art seminars are held.

    Pilar and Juan Miro Foundation
    La Granja Manor

    La Granja Manor

    A country villa of the XVII century, located in the Sierra de Tramontana mountains, surrounded by luxurious gardens, lush forest vegetation and lakes. Nowadays, the museum of the History of Majorca is located on the territory of the mansion. Staying at the La Granja estate gives you the opportunity to get an idea of the rural traditions of the island, plunge deeper into its history and taste traditional cuisine.

    Almudena Palace

    During the reign of the Moors over Majorca, Almudena was the residence of the viziers. Even after the reconstruction of the building in the XIV century by order of King Jaime II, you can see the features of classical Arabic architecture on the facade. For a long time, the palace was used as the residence of the Knights of Majorca, after which the representation of the viceroy of the island was located here. Nowadays Almudena has retained the status of a royal residence.

    Almudena Palace
    Bellver Castle

    Bellver Castle

    The structure of the beginning of the XIV century, built by architect P. Salva for King Jaime II. After the fire of the XVI century, the castle was modernized. As a result of the reconstruction, some original elements were lost. The structure has a rather unusual shape – the walls and towers are made in the form of cylinders of different radii. The prevailing architectural style of the castle is medieval Gothic.

    Capdepera Castle

    Another castle built during the reign of Jaime II. The king ordered the construction of a fortress to protect Majorca from a possible attack. In the Middle Ages, up to 150 residential buildings were located on the territory of Kapdeper, but over time people began to move to the surrounding area. In the XVIII century, the castle lost its military significance and was taken over by the local governor. Before the 1983 reconstruction, the Capdepera stood abandoned for almost 200 years.

    Capdepera Castle
    Palm Cathedral

    Palm Cathedral

    The Cathedral of Palma, which was erected on the ruins of a former mosque after the liberation of the island from the rule of the Moors. Work on the construction of the temple began under Jaime I and continued under his son Jaime II. The cathedral was finally completed only in the XX century. Inside are the remains of Kings Jaime II and Jaime III. Palm Cathedral is an outstanding monument of Gothic architecture in Southern Europe.

    The Lyuk Monastery

    The Lluc Monastery is an important pilgrimage center in Majorca. The monastery was founded in the XIII century in the Sierra de Tramontana mountains. According to legend, a local shepherd Luke found a black statue of the Virgin Mary in the forest, which he gave to the village priest. Soon the figure disappeared and appeared in the same place where the shepherd first saw it. Then it was decided to build a church and a monastery there.

    The Lyuk Monastery
    Monastery of San Salvador

    Monastery of San Salvador

    The monastery has existed since the XIII century, it functioned until 1992. Nowadays, the monastery is a place of pilgrimage, there is a functioning church of the Virgin Mary. The complex is located on the top of a hill that rises 510 meters above sea level. Next to the monastery there is a statue of Christ from 1934 and a large stone cross from 1957. From the top of the hill there is a magnificent view of the wide plain.

    Dragon Caves

    A natural attraction located near the town of Porto Cristo. There are many legends that countless treasures of the Templar Order are hidden in the caves. The underground passages were fully surveyed by the end of the XIX century. The tourist route through the caves is about 1 km., the rest of the space is closed to the public. Inside there are several underground halls, lakes and observation decks.

    Dragon Caves
    Art 's Cave

    Art 's Cave

    Traces of the existence of an ancient man were found in the cave of Art. It was discovered in the XVI century and was used as a refuge for hermits and pirates. The cave has an underground lake, a 20-meter stalagmite, spacious halls with 40-meter ceilings and frozen stone waterfalls. The cave is located 11 km from the resort town of Arta, it can be reached by road along the coastal cliffs.

    Mondrago Nature Reserve

    The reserve is located in the southern part of Majorca. It received the status of a nature protection zone in 1992, which contributed to the preservation of the ecosystem and species diversity of the area. The total area of Mondrago is 785 hectares. Within its limits are: sand dunes, rocks, farmlands, forests, two picturesque beaches and a swamp zone. The park is home to a wide variety of birds, many birds come here for the winter.

    Mondrago Nature Reserve

    Albufera Nature Park

    Albufera Park is one of the largest nature reserves in the Balearic Islands, it occupies an area of 1,700 hectares. The park is separated from the sea by a series of sand dunes, thanks to this, a unique microclimate has been created here for the habitat of various species of birds. The largest wetlands in the Mediterranean are located in the reserve. You can walk and ride a bike in the park, but picnics are prohibited.

    Alfabia Gardens

    A landscape park located on the mountain slope of the Col de Soller. The design of the area was created taking into account the best Italian, English and Arabic traditions of landscape art. On the territory there are manors, fountains, a small pond and a stone colonnade. Alfabia Gardens were laid out during the reign of the Moors, and subsequently their appearance was repeatedly altered.

    Alfabia Gardens
    Vintage train from Palma to Sawyer

    Vintage train from Palma to Sawyer

    The train delivers passengers from the capital of Majorca to the city of Sawyer by rail at the beginning of the XX century. The train goes with stops in picturesque places, so tourists can take panoramic photos. Traveling on an old train is a popular attraction, especially since the trip takes no more than one hour. The road leads along picturesque valleys and citrus orchards.

    Muro Beach

    The beach is located in the north of Majorca, 62 km from Palma, near the resort town of Alcudia. The coastline of Muro is surrounded by pine trees, and the Albufera Nature Park is located nearby. A fairly comfortable infrastructure has been created on the beach, although there are fewer restaurants and bars here than in other popular resorts of Majorca. The place is perfect for a relaxing family holiday.

    Muro Beach
    Alcudia Beach

    Alcudia Beach

    Alcudia is a picturesque beach that smoothly merges into the coastline of Playa de Muro. It is located on the territory of the resort town of the same name, which is particularly popular with tourists. The beaches of Alcudia are considered the best on the northern coast of Majorca. Cruise liners sometimes come here, and there is also a regular ferry service to the island of Menorca.

    Es Trenc Beach

    The longest wild beach in Majorca. The length of its coastline is more than 3 km . Before the start of the tourist boom on the island, perhaps all the local beaches looked like this. Es Trenc is a large expanse of pure white sand, coastal coniferous groves and clear azure water of the Mediterranean Sea. Nowadays, the beach is a protected area, mainly nudists sunbathe here.

    Es Trenc Beach
    Sa Kalobra Bay

    Sa Kalobra Bay

    One of the most popular attractions of the island, where in high season there is a queue of tourist buses and pleasure boats. Sa Kalobra is a small bay among the rocks. A road leads to it-a mountain serpentine, which in itself is a separate attraction. The bay is considered one of the most beautiful places in Majorca.

    Cape Formentor

    The cape is located on the eastern tip of Majorca. At the same time, it is the northernmost point of the Balearic Islands. A winding highway, laid in the 30s of the XX century, leads to the cape. In the middle of the XIX century, a lighthouse was built here, which can only be reached from the sea or by a narrow path located among the rocks. There are several viewing platforms on Cape Formentor, offering spectacular views of the coastline.

    Cape Formentor